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Sous Chef- Greater Boston

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $70,000.00 - $75,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Job Description

Legal Sea Foods is an established and renowned restaurant group specializing in fresh seafood cuisine with a longstanding history of providing guests with exceptional dining experiences. Known for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, Legal Sea Foods operates multiple locations across the United States, emphasizing sustainable sourcing of seafood and delivering superior culinary offerings. The company values professionalism, teamwork, and innovation, making it a distinguished leader in the hospitality industry. The work environment is fast-paced and demanding, reflecting the dynamic nature of the restaurant business, serving thousands of guests annually while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, sanitation,... Show More

Job Requirements

  • high school diploma or equivalent
  • 3 to 5 years experience in professional kitchens
  • minimum 1 year in a sous chef or leadership role
  • culinary degree or certificate preferred
  • prior experience in restaurant or hospitality industry
  • ServSafe food and alcohol certification required
  • effective communication skills
  • good judgment and problem-solving ability
  • ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform repetitive motions
  • willingness to work approximately 50 hours per week including weekends
  • legal eligibility to work in the United States

Job Qualifications

  • 3 to 5 years experience in professional kitchens
  • at least 1 year in a sous chef or similar leadership role
  • culinary degree or certificate preferred
  • high school diploma required
  • prior restaurant or hospitality experience
  • ServSafe food and alcohol certification
  • strong leadership qualities including good listening skills and the ability to motivate others
  • excellent guest service skills
  • ability to understand guest needs
  • proficiency in Microsoft Outlook including email, calendar, and task management

Job Duties

  • manage and direct the work of heart of house team members
  • hire, schedule, assign, and train kitchen staff
  • coach, counsel, and discipline team members
  • conduct regular meetings and training sessions
  • perform performance reviews
  • resolve team member complaints
  • decide on termination and other disciplinary actions
  • control inventory, variances, and ordering
  • enforce company policies including food safety and sanitation
  • address guest complaints professionally
  • use company business systems effectively
  • assign and approve work of cooks and HOH team members
  • develop and mentor cooks and HOH staff
  • determine appropriate staffing levels
  • participate in interviewing and hiring
  • handle discipline and performance management
  • authorize and assign overtime
  • ensure adherence to recipes and approved products
  • make independent operational decisions

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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